6-Day Best of Morocco Tour from Tangier

Day 1: Tangier → Chefchaouen

Your Moroccan adventure begins as you arrive at Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport or the port, where your private driver will greet you with a sign displaying your name. After a brief orientation about your journey through Northern Morocco, you'll settle into your comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and begin your journey south through the scenic Rif Mountains. The route offers spectacular views of rolling hills and traditional Berber villages, with a stop at a scenic viewpoint where you can appreciate the dramatic landscape while enjoying complimentary Moroccan mint tea. You'll continue toward Chefchaouen, the famous "Blue City" of Morocco, passing through picturesque countryside before arriving in this mountain paradise. Upon arrival, you'll check into your traditional riad in the medina and begin your exploration of the enchanting blue-washed streets, where your guide will introduce you to the city's unique atmosphere and explain the cultural significance of the blue-painted walls. The evening is yours to explore the medina further or enjoy dinner at your riad or a local restaurant.

Day 2: Chefchaouen Guided Tour

After breakfast at your riad in Chefchaouen, you'll embark on a private guided walking tour of this magical city. You'll explore the medina's famous blue-washed streets and learn about the fascinating history of why the walls are painted blue and the unique cultural heritage of this mountain town. Your tour includes a visit to the main square, Place Outa el Hammam, with its impressive 15th-century kasbah and soothing waterfall, where you'll learn about the town's Andalusian heritage. You'll climb to the Spanish Mosque for panoramic views of the entire blue city and surrounding Rif Mountains - the perfect spot for photography and understanding the city's layout. The exploration continues through local markets and artisan workshops where you'll discover traditional wool products, woven blankets, and leather goods unique to this region. After lunch at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the medina where you can enjoy traditional Rif cuisine while surrounded by the blue cityscape, you'll have free time for personal exploration with options to visit the Ras El-Ma waterfall just outside the city, shop for unique souvenirs in the medina's craft shops, relax at a café in the main square and people-watch, or hike to nearby viewpoints for different perspectives of the city. You'll return to your riad in the late afternoon with time to relax before enjoying dinner at your riad or exploring more of Chefchaouen on your own.

Day 3: Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes

After breakfast in Chefchaouen, you'll depart this blue paradise and travel toward the imperial cities, with your first stop being the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here you'll walk among the impressive ruins of this once-great Roman city, seeing the triumphal arch, capitol building, and beautiful mosaic floors still in their original positions. During your private guided tour, you'll learn about the Roman Empire's reach into North Africa and daily life in this ancient city that thrived nearly 2,000 years ago. After lunch at a restaurant near Volubilis, you'll continue to the nearby imperial city of Meknes, once the capital of Morocco under Sultan Moulay Ismail. In Meknes, you'll visit the grand Bab Mansour gate, one of the most beautiful gates in Morocco, admiring the intricate tilework and calligraphy that showcase the finest Moroccan craftsmanship. You'll explore the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, where the powerful sultan is buried alongside his family, and visit the Sahrij Souani basin, the massive water reservoirs that once served the sultan's palaces and gardens. You'll stroll through the old medina of Meknes and visit the historic granaries before checking into your hotel or riad for dinner and relaxation.

Day 4: Meknes → Fes

Your day begins with breakfast at your accommodation in Meknes, followed by morning exploration of this imperial city. You'll visit the Royal Palace stables and the impressive Heri es-Souani granaries, which demonstrate the architectural ingenuity of Sultan Moulay Ismail's reign. You'll explore the local markets and craft workshops in Meknes, gaining insights into the daily life and artisanal traditions of this historic city. After departing Meknes, you'll travel to Fes, Morocco's cultural and spiritual capital, a journey of approximately one hour through the Moroccan countryside. Upon arrival in Fes, you'll check into your traditional riad in the ancient medina and enjoy lunch featuring traditional Moroccan cuisine. The afternoon includes an orientation tour of Fes, beginning with a walk around the medina walls to get your bearings in this labyrinthine city. You'll visit the Royal Palace of Fes (Dar el Makhzen) and admire its magnificent golden brass doors and intricate tilework, then explore the Jewish Quarter (Mellah) with its unique architecture and historical significance. The evening is yours to relax at your riad or explore the immediate vicinity of the medina before enjoying traditional Fassi cuisine for dinner.

Day 5: Fes Guided Tour

Today you'll discover the treasures of Fes with a full day guided tour led by a local expert guide, exploring the world's largest car-free urban area. Your journey through this living museum begins at the famous Chouara Tannery, where leather has been produced using traditional methods for over a thousand years. From the surrounding terraces, you'll watch the ancient tanning process that has remained unchanged for centuries. Next, you'll visit the Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University, founded in 859 AD and considered the oldest continuously operating university in the world, followed by the Bou Inania Madrasa, a stunning example of Marinid architecture with intricate cedar carvings and zellij tilework that represent the pinnacle of Islamic art. Your exploration continues at the Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts, housed in a beautifully restored funduq (caravanserai) that once welcomed traveling merchants. After lunch at a traditional restaurant in the medina where you can try authentic Fassi cuisine such as pastilla or tagine with preserved lemons, you'll continue exploring the medina's souks, visiting the spice market, metal workshops, and textile stalls where the air is filled with the scents and sounds of traditional Moroccan commerce. The tour includes visits to historic fondouks (inns) where you'll learn about their role in caravan trade, and exploration of the Andalusian Quarter where you'll discover the influence of Andalusian refugees on Fes's culture. You'll return to your riad in the evening with time to explore the medina on your own or enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 6: Fes Departure or Return to Tangier

Your final day begins with a leisurely breakfast at your riad in Fes. The morning offers free time for last-minute activities with options to visit the Borj Nord and Borj Sud fortresses for panoramic views of the city, return to the souks for any final souvenir shopping, relax at a traditional hammam (spa) for an authentic Moroccan experience, or explore more of the medina's hidden corners and historic sites. After checking out from your riad, you have two flexible options for departure. Option 1 allows you to depart from Fes with a transfer to Fes-Saïss Airport for your departure flight (please allow at least 2 hours before your flight departure time). Option 2 offers a return journey to Tangier, where you'll depart Fes and travel back through the Rif Mountains with stops at scenic viewpoints for photos, passing through agricultural plains and traditional Berber villages before arriving in Tangier, where your driver will drop you off at your hotel, the port, or Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport. Please inform your driver in advance which departure option you prefer.